軸
jiku
Translations
1.
axis
2.
shaft
3.
pivot
Notes
The term '軸' is often used in mechanical and scientific contexts to refer to a central line or point around which something rotates or is organized. It can also metaphorically refer to a central or essential part of a concept or organization.
Tags
#mechanics
#geometry
#central
Examples
地球の軸は傾いている。
Chikyū no jiku wa katamuite iru.
The Earth's axis is tilted.
車の軸が壊れた。
Kuruma no jiku ga kowareta.
The car's shaft is broken.
彼は会社の軸となる存在だ。
Kare wa kaisha no jiku to naru sonzai da.
He is a pivotal figure in the company.